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February 13, 2013

5 Cute and Cheap Dates for Valentine’s Day

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Has cupid’s arrow struck you this Valentine’s Day? Don’t worry if you still don’t have any plans or if you are short on cash (like most of us college students). I have five ideas that you can pull off last minute for the special day and also not go broke for!

1. Cook Dinner Together

Think of a meal to make together, buy the ingredients together, then go back and cook it together. Not only will the process be fun, but you can both enjoy a nice dinner afterwards with some added candle light and a single red rose as the center piece. Add a little soft music to set the mood and share some strawberries topped with chocolate for dessert.

Romantic Candlelight Dinner Cheap College Style

Photo © Pleaides

2. A Night Walk

Take a walk together holding hands to a place that is special for both of you. Shut your phones off and give each other full attention! Walk and share stories with each other you have never told before. Reflect on memories you have already made together. And gaze at the stars and bring a mug of hot cocoa to share under the moon.

Couple Walking At Night

Photo © Narratography by APJ

3. Secret Surprises

Special surprises are always good. Slide a love note under their door, leave a balloon tied to the knob, and a flower in front or taped to their door. Either do this before they wake up for them to start their day, or for them to come home to as a special way to end the night.

I love you rose taped to door

Photo © Check My Pulse

4. Day Trip

Get in the car and go! Go to a city you have never been and just explore. Site see and spend the day being adventurous. Randomly stop at different places and find things to do to keep you busy. Make sure to take photos and have the perfect playlist for the ride!

Couple Driving Blue Pontiac Firebird

Photo © Stefan Tell

5. Friends

Valentine’s Day is not JUST about couples. It’s about for those you love – that includes friends too! Whether you are single or in a relationship, get with your significant other and your friends and do something together! Go ice skating, bowling, go see a movie, whatever it is – just spend time together. Share some food, conversation, and laughs.

Group of College Friends Ice Skating

Photo © amadut1

Happy Valentine’s Day!

What will you be doing?

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January 25, 2013

Sticking To It!

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I hope you all are enjoying what 2013 has brought to you so far. I do not know if any of you actually make a list of resolutions, but I try to make a habit out of writing one every year that is full of goals and hopes that I am determined to accomplish during the year. Life is busy enough as a college student and resolutions are not always easy to abide by. Like 80% of the world, I fall short on all or most of these goals every year. So I have compiled a list of advice for all of us who are determined to complete this year’s resolutions.

1. Reminders

Look at yourself now. Then think of what you will feel like when you accomplish your goal.  You will feel pretty great, right? Hold on to that feeling and remind yourself of it every time that little voice tells you it is not worth it.

Girl Giving Thumbs Up in the Dorms

Photo © jgamboa

2. Plan

Sit down with a calendar, one that you put every important date on and that you will see every day. Make a timeline using this calendar to make check points and accomplishment dates for your goals. Your resolutions will go nowhere if you do not see a way to cross the finish line.

Marked Calendar

Photo © citybornheart

3. Motivational Notes

As corny as you may find this, put sticky notes all over your house, car, or anywhere to remind you that you can do it. It is important to maintain encouraged. We have to find encouragement within ourselves, and not just from those around us.

Do It Motivation Note

Photo © Amy Loves Yah

These pieces of advice have helped me out so far with my resolutions and I am confident they will help you too.

Do you have a good piece of advice? Want to share a success story? Leave a comment below! Your own advice and stories may be just the encouragement someone else needs.

 

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January 1, 2013

Top 10 Songs of 2012

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Remember last year’s top 10 songs? What was once OneRepublic and Bruno Mars has turned into Carly Rae Jepsen and One Direction. We’ve come a long way from music in 2011 – let’s look back on what the top 10 songs were this year (in no particular order).

1. Somebody That I Used to Know – Gotye

It may have a weird music video, but the lyrics resonate with everyone. Also falls under “Most Overplayed Song of 2012.”

2. Call Me Maybe – Carly Rae Jepsen

She went from being a waitress and performing at bars and cafes to having a hit song with more than 362 million views on YouTube.

3. Some Nights – Fun.

A unique sound and fresh lyrics. One of the best ballads ever.

4. What Makes You Beautiful – One Direction

One Direction will never fill the void boy bands Backstreet Boys and N’Sync left us with, but their first hit has certainly come close. Danceable, a great beat, and sweet lyrics.

5. Gangnam Style – Psy

Unfortunately, I think this will be a one hit wonder, but Psy got us all up and dancing!

6. Home – Phillip Phillips

Winner of American Idol season 11, this Georgia native’s Mumford and Sons sound was a big hit with everyone.

7. As Long As You Love Me – Justin Bieber

It’s a tie between this and Boyfriend, so let’s just say they both won. Irritatingly catchy lyrics and a boy no girl (except this one) can resist.

8. Ho Hey – The Lumineers

A rustic and folkish happy little love long, “Ho Hey” has been the #1 most played track in the U.S. on Spotify.

9. Wanted – Hunter Hayes

With a little more than 21 million views on YouTube, Hunter crooned his way into the hearts of young women everywhere. Did you know he can play about 30 different instruments?

10. We Are Never Getting Back Together – Taylor Swift

Is it really a surprise to see Taylor on the list? Her chronicle of breakups and flings leaves me wondering just one thing: who will she be writing about next year?

2012 was a year full of great hits, let’s see what 2013 has in store for us!

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December 27, 2012

Start Off The New Year Right!

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Angelina Bossone Blogger Biography

 

 

 

 

This is it, we are in our last week of 2012! This year went by fast and now it’s time for a new year. Maybe you had the best year of your life or even the worst year. Either way, it is time for a fresh new start! Here are some ways to welcome in 2013 to make sure you are off to a good start!

01. Purge

I don’t mean your usual quick clean, I mean a deep clean of every corner. You would be surprised how clutter can impact your mood. Dust, throw out old papers, donate old clothing, organize belongings and make room for all the new stuff you will accumulate over the year. Starting the new year off clean will help make you feel fresh and in control of your surroundings.

Girl Cleaning the House

Photo © Anna Gus

02. Resolution

Make a SMALL resolution that you know you can stick to. It’s great to have big aspirations, but this will decrease the likelihood of completing your goal and you can easily become discouraged. Instead, make a smaller short-term goal like walking five minutes every day around the neighborhood (instead of saying you will get in shape) or decrease your bad habits by less (instead of saying you will quit cold turkey). Having a specific concrete goal will be easier to reach.

Written Resolutions

Photo © won7ders

03. Memories

I am sure we have all had not so fond experiences this year, but this new year means it is time to let go of all those negative memories. Reflect on all the good memories that were important to you. Go into the new year with a good attitude and remember this year to focus on being positive.

Male Thinking and Reflecting Positively

Photo © jasonEscapist

04. Traditions

To make your New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day feel special, create new AND stick to old traditions. Go somewhere fun, or have loved ones come visit you. Make it an annual tradition and get creative along the way to incorporate new ones.

New Years Eve Party New York City with Carson Daly

Photo © Brian E. Ford

05. Improvement

Even if you had a great year and are happy with how things are, take a second to think about it and you will realize there is room for improvement at least in one area of your life. Reflect on things you want to change and how you think you could change them to make a better year than last.

Girl flexing arm and showing off improved muscles

Photo © Nurse Patty's Muscle Injection Gun, Girl Show!

I hope all of these ideas help you ring in 2013 with a bang! Happy New Year! What will you be doing, tell us in the comments below!

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December 24, 2012

Adventures in the Kitchen: Muffin Top Pumpkin Christmas Cookies

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Megan Lehman Blogger Biography

 

 

 

This is the third edition of Adventures in the Kitchen series

Check out other recipes here: Bake and Save Chicken and Carrots Crash and Burn.

Santa will be coming soon and he will be expecting some delicious Christmas cookies.  Thanks to the ingenious experiment done by a fellow employee, I have a new and creative cookie for all the Christmas and pumpkin lovers.

Muffin Top Pumpkin Christmas Cookies

Ingredients:

  1. Spice Cake Mix
  2. 1 Can Of Pumpkin Pie Fillin
  3. Pumpkin Pie Spice
  4. Powdered Sugar

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Pour the spice cake mix into a mixing bowl.
  3. Add the can of pumpkin pie filling and mix until smooth.
  4. Add pumpkin pie spice to desired taste.
  5. Butter or spray the cookie sheet.
  6. Scoop the dough into a plastic bag
  7. Cut one of the bottom corners of the bag
  8. Squeeze the dough onto the cookie sheet.
  9. Bake cookies in the oven for 5-8 minutes.
  10. Sprinkle powdered sugar over cookies when done.
  11. Let cool – and enjoy!
Baked Muffin Top Pumpkin Christmas Cookies

Photo © SisMiss

Take a big bite out of this delicious pumpkin treat and enjoy some Muffin Top Pumpkin cookies this Christmas. Santa will thank you.

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